Bristol Homeless Connect is a website which as information about how people can get help, find out how to help, or find out more information about rough sleeping in Bristol.

STREETLINK
If you are concerned about someone who is rough sleeping ANYONE can make a street referral via streetlink.org.uk giving the following information:

- the rough sleeper’s name (if known)
- physical description
- any distinguishing characteristics (e.g. colour of distinctive clothing / possessions / sleeping bag or distinctive accent)
- specific location where the person is sleeping
- Time they were seen

DONATIONSSafer off the Streets (#SOSBristol): The four charities that provide night shelters to support rough sleepers have come together to set up a single, online crowdfunding appeal that offers people the chance to donate a specific sum - £17 – to provide one bed for one night to a homeless person. https://www.fundsurfer.com/project/bristol-rough-sleeping-partnership

Mayor’s Fund: The Mayor's Fund for Bristol is a fund managed by Quartet Community Foundation, and money received is given as grants to charities and social enterprises in Bristol. This year’s grants will be focussed on supporting organisations and charities working to provide long term solutions to homelessness in Bristol. The grants will make a significant difference to their situation, experience and every-day lives. The aims of the Mayor’s Fund tie in with the priorities of the newly established City Office, which has committed to providing both short and long term solutions to the homeless problems in the city. www.quartetcf.org.uk/mayorsfund

VOLUNTEERING
None of our night shelters can operate without the dedication of volunteers, and in Bristol, helping the homeless by giving up a night a week or a night a month is the best way. You can contact the charities directly:

Taking early action can avoid reaching crisis point. There is good advice and guidance available online: CAB, MA. There are also advice and support services available in Bristol: ACFA, ACORN and Relate.